devils-advocate

Challenge research assumptions and identify argument weaknesses through adversarial critique.

127|22|Updated Feb 20, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/flonat/claude-code-flonat --skill devils-advocate-flonat

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Skill: devils-advocate
Source: https://github.com/flonat/claude-code-flonat/tree/main/skills/devils-advocate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/flonat/claude-code-flonat --skill devils-advocate-flonat

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps researchers and writers identify weaknesses and challenge assumptions in their arguments or research papers, preventing overconfidence and improving the robustness of their work.

Core Features & Use Cases

Adversarial Critique: Generates critiques on theoretical foundations, methodology, data, causal claims, and contribution.
Multi-Turn Debate: Engages in a structured debate protocol (critique, defense, adjudication) for deeper analysis.
Use Case: Before submitting a paper, use this Skill to stress-test your core arguments and identify potential blind spots that reviewers might exploit.

Quick Start

Use the devils-advocate skill to challenge the assumptions in my research paper about preference drift.

Frequently Asked Questions about devils-advocate

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I challenge research assumptions and find flaws in my arguments?▼

You can challenge research assumptions by applying an adversarial critique persona to stress-test theoretical foundations, methodology, data, causal claims, and contribution. This identifies potential blind spots before peer review.

What is an adversarial debate protocol for paper review?▼

An adversarial debate protocol for paper review is a structured multi-turn process of critique, defense, and adjudication. It facilitates deeper analysis by forcing you to defend your research design against generated counterarguments.

How do I generate competing hypotheses to test my research design?▼

You can generate competing hypotheses by subjecting your research assumptions to adversarial feedback. This process synthesizes critiques with severity ratings to reveal alternative explanations for your observed phenomena.

Can I use adversarial feedback to critique methodology and causal claims?▼

Yes, you can use adversarial feedback to critique methodology and causal claims. It specifically targets weaknesses in your data and theoretical foundations to identify flaws that reviewers might exploit.

What's the best way to stress-test a research paper before submission?▼

The best way to stress-test a research paper before submission is using a single-shot critique or multi-turn debate protocol. This systematically exposes blind spots and synthesizes argument flaws with severity ratings.